JCAM, Vol. 6, No. 1
Nikki Loy What is your professional name? My name is Nikki Loy. Where were you born and does that place still influence you? I was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Most of my work is influenced by living in North Carolina. Where do you live now and how does that place influence you? I live in Hope Mills, North Carolina. My community influences me greatly. Do you have family, friends, or fellow artists who support you in your work, life and art making and how do they make a difference in your life? My husband, family, and community do support me. Most of my work is about natural disasters or events that affect relationships within a community, like tourism destinations. Their stories and experiences influence the atmosphere of my work. When and how did you start making art? I was very inquisitive of my sibling’s homework as a child. I would mimic my sister’s cursive handwriting. My love for drawing started there. Can you describe the time when you first realized that creating was something you absolutely had to do? The school system used to have art competitions every year and the work would be displayed inside of the mall. I was probably in the 3rd grade when I realized it was important for me to make work to share with an audience.
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